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Othonna capensis

String of Pickles, Baby Necklace

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Trailing succulent vine with round, pickle-shaped leaves that turn purple in bright light. Produces small yellow daisy-like flowers.
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Plant Details

Common Name String of Pickles, Baby Necklace
Family Asteraceae
Genus Othonna
Species Capensis
Origin South Africa
Blooming Spring to Summer, small yellow flowers.
Leaf Color Green turning purple/violet in strong light.
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus/succulent mix with perlite and pumice.

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Watering

Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy. Avoid wetting leaves.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright light required for purple coloration. Acclimate slowly to direct sun to avoid scorching.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 3-4 weeks during Spring and Summer growing season.

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Pruning

Pinch tips to encourage bushiness. Trim leggy stems for propagation.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 1200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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